Patriotic Tales (1997)
The video shows the artist walking in circles around the flagpole (“Madre Patria”) in Zócalo, Mexico City’s monumental central square, which is flanked by government institutions. This work relates to a storied incident that took place during the Mexican government’s brutal oppression of the 1968 student uprising in Mexico City.
Director: Francis Alÿs
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: August 13, 1997
Cast
- Francis Alÿs - Man Walking Around Flagpole
Country: Mexico
Language: No Language
Original Language: xx
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Patriotic Tales about?
- The video shows the artist walking in circles around the flagpole (“Madre Patria”) in Zócalo, Mexico City’s monumental central square, which is flanked by government institutions. This work relates to a storied incident that took place during the Mexican government’s brutal oppression of the 1968 student uprising in Mexico City.
- Who directed Patriotic Tales?
- Patriotic Tales was directed by Francis Alÿs.
- Who stars in Patriotic Tales?
- Patriotic Tales stars Francis Alÿs.
- How long is Patriotic Tales?
- Patriotic Tales has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- Where was Patriotic Tales produced?
- Patriotic Tales was produced in Mexico.